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Jan Krasiński sends Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski the preliminary printed sheets of the February issue of 'Merkuriusz', announcing that the rest will be sent by the next post due to delays at the printing house. He also urges the preparation of payment and an advance for the author of the publication to encourage him to continue his work reporting on current events.

The writer, whose signature may read Szczęsny Krzechowski, writes about taking over the administration of the Bishopric of Chełm and commends himself to the recipient’s favor and protection. The letter is dated at Chełm on 5 February 1697.

Anna Katarzyna Leszczyńska, née Jabłonowska, writes to her nephew, Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, Voivode of Volhynia, expressing her despair and announcing an imminent journey. She also orders the letter to be burned after showing it to the Benefactor.

The writer discusses letters received and missing, expresses unease, and asks for further news. The French addition warmly addresses a sister. Page 39 contains a hard-to-read addition in another hand.

The writer addresses the recipient as a brother, expresses sadness and concern for his health, and asks for news. She signs herself “loving sister”; neither her name nor a date is secure.

The author complains to her brother about their separation before the upcoming election and insists on the return of a trusted friend sent to him, who is urgently needed by her. She assures him of her patience and unchanging sisterly affection.

Anna Leszczyńska writes to her brother, complaining of poor health, a lack of good news, and difficulties with her planned trip to the countryside. She expresses hope for a meeting during the upcoming Sejm and assures him of her constant devotion.

Letter from Krotoszyn to a “dear brother,” dated 27 December 1698. The address on p. 8 identifies the Voivode of Volhynia.

Letter to a “dear brother” about received news and personal affection; p. 18 contains further French text, not an address side.

Anna Jabłonowska writes to her brother, the Voivode of Volhynia Jan Jabłonowski, about the unrest caused by Swedish activities and her considerations regarding a trip to Częstochowa. She mentions court disputes surrounding the Marshal's seal and commends Mr. Bartoszewski to the addressee's care.

Letter to a “dear brother” on personal matters; further text follows the signature on p. 10. No address side occurs in this range.

Short letter to a “dear brother,” with a Polish address on p. 14 naming the Voivode of Volhynia and starosta of Bila Tserkva.

Letter to a brother from Rydzyna, dated 12 May 1696. A closing on p. 3 is followed by further text or a postscript on p. 4.

The writer addresses a “dear brother,” complains of receiving no news, mentions an aunt’s health, and asks for further correspondence. The address identifies the Voivode of Volhynia; no date is legible.

Anna Leszczyńska writes to her brother, concerned by the content of his previous letter and fearing unjust suspicions directed at her good name. She sends a trusted clergyman and asks Jan Jabłonowski for his intercession and news about the family's health.

The inventory attributes this personal letter to Katarzyna Leszczyńska and addresses it to Jan Jabłonowski. The manuscript confirms the recipient’s office (“le palatin de Russie”) and destination of Lviv, while the main text and signature remain only partly legible.

Aleksander Feliks Lipski informs Jan Jabłonowski of the death of his uncle, Stanisław Jan Witwicki, Bishop of Poznań, and requests patronage before Grand Hetman of the Crown Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski regarding the vacant military banner.

Lubomirska explains with regret to Jan Jabłonowski that his request arrived one day too late, as the presentations had already been submitted. At the same time, she assures the addressee of her goodwill and readiness to provide a favor in the future.

Grand Treasurer of the Crown Hieronim Lubomirski renews his request to the Voivode of Volhynia to obtain an assignment for winter quarters for his arquebusier banner from the Castellan of Kraków. He explains this by the urgent need to recruit and equip soldiers before the onset of winter and the necessity of dispatching the captain as soon as possible.

Hetman Hieronim Lubomirski intercedes with the Lviv city authorities on behalf of his subject, Hrebinka Fajfer. He requests permission for him to continue operating his tavern at least until the announced commission and the Hetman's arrival in Lviv.

Stanisław Józef Lubomirski, Abbot of Tyniec, complains to Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski, Voivode of Ruthenia, about the violence and destruction caused in the monastery estates by the regiment of the Crown Treasurer. He asks the addressee for intercession and the removal of the troops from the abbey, citing the prohibition of the Apostolic Nunciature and the already paid hiberna tax.

Jan Lamprecht confirms to Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski the receipt of correspondence from Prince Jakub Sobieski and the dispatch of letters from the Castellan of Kraków to Rome. He also explains the reasons for a previous delay in correspondence, caused by the departure of the Lviv post.

Jan Lamprecht notifies Voivode Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about sending his letter to Oława and promises to forward the reply promptly. He also informs about the postponement of a meeting at Cardinal Michał Radziejowski's and refers to the Starosta of Cherkasy for detailed news.

Lanckoroński informs the Voivode of Ruthenia, Jan Jabłonowski, about the nobility's opposition to the Swedish war and the adoption of an instruction ordering the dispatch of envoys to the King of Sweden with a demand to withdraw from Courland. The letter also briefly mentions current personal matters and the death of Joanna.

Aleksander Madaliński informs the Voivode of Volhynia about a severe illness suffered during his journey and the treatment undertaken in Gdańsk. Assuring him of his lifelong gratitude, he seeks the addressee's care and asks for his paternal protection.

Teresa Madalińska, wife of the standard-bearer of Wieluń, informs the Ruthenian Voivode Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski of the unexpected death of her husband. She asks the addressee and his wife to provide her with protection and to remember her in her bereavement.

Stanisław Małachowski announces a meeting with the Voivode of Ruthenia in Sambor and warns of banners moving to clash with the units of the Castellan of Kraków departing from the confederation. He also asks the addressee for intercession and assistance in collecting a debt of over two thousand zlotys.

Lieutenant Medzycki reports to the Voivode on the conduct of a secret investigation and the issue of an assignment for recruits, which is to be issued on St. Martin's Day. He also informs about the transfer of funds to the commandant and the request of the Castellan of Bełz regarding the exclusion of his officers from the distribution of money.

Lieutenant M. Medzycki informs Voivode Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about a planned meeting with the Castellan of Przemyśl and the difficulties with quartering soldiers in Odyńce and Wola. He also reports the recruitment of two new soldiers to the infantry regiment and the payment of their wages.

M. Medzycki complains to Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski about attacks from adversaries, the withholding of his salary, and an insult from a major, while rejecting accusations of inciting the boyars. He assures his diligence in managing the entrusted estates and asks to be released from his office after settling his accounts.

The Starosta of Łuck, Atanazy Miączyński, addresses the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Jabłonowski, as his primary patron with a humble request for intercession with the dignitary of Kraków. He explains his distress regarding financial matters and refers to the oral report of the sent cup-bearer for further details.

Anastazy Miączyński informs the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Jabłonowski, that the bearer of the letter will provide him with a detailed account of the sejmik proceedings in person. He also assures the recipient of his lifelong loyalty and asks for his continued favor.

Narajowski assures the Voivode of Ruthenia of the immediate execution of his orders and reports on the departure of the court to Radzyń and Mr. Pietrusz to Kraków. He also mentions the prevailing mood favoring a settlement and declares his readiness for further service.

Narajowski informs the Hetman and Voivode of Ruthenia, Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski, about reports concerning the rokosz and preparations for a journey. He announces his imminent arrival by post and asks the addressee to wait patiently.

Adam Naramowski thanks Jan Jabłonowski for his intercession and for ordering the hussar banner to pay compensation to his wronged subjects. He expresses his gratitude and assures the Voivode of his readiness to reciprocate at future opportunities.

Castellan of Przemyśl Samuel Orzechowski asks Voivode of Volhynia Jan Stanisław Jabłonowski for mediation and defense against accusations following the tragic death of Mr. Strzembiowski. He asserts his complete innocence, citing eyewitnesses to the accident and seeking the favor of the deceased's relatives and the Hetman.

Fr. Tomasz Perkowicz informs the Voivode about Fr. Mrozowicki's disappointment over the loss of a benefice and advises on how to persuade his rival to resign from the office. He also conveys good news about the Voivodess's health, her energetic supervision of the estate, and the improvement in the health of the Starosta of Bila Tserkva.

Stanisław Podczaski informs Jan Jabłonowski about a nocturnal assault by Wallachian soldiers on the castle in Ostróg and the severe wounding of Mr. Szmoniewski. He also reports on the current management of the estate, the allocation of food rations and pay, and the damages caused by the men of the Starosta of Nowy Sącz.

Stanisław Podczaski informs Voivode Jan Jabłonowski about the suppression of soldier abuses, the conclusion of a favorable lease agreement, and the need to replace the administrator of the Bila Tserkva estates. He also reports on the deployment of dragoons, a shipment of furs, a village fire, and the logistics of transporting purchased rye.

Abbot de Polignac informs the Voivode of Volhynia about the arrival of significant news concerning events in Żółkiew and shares favorable, albeit discreet, news from France. He promises to provide further details at the next opportunity and sends greetings to the recipient's family.

Abbé de Polignac informs the Voivode of Volhynia about the improvement of his health and the favorable outcome of the sejmiks, which did not force him to leave Warsaw. He also reports on the conclusion of peace in Savoy, which deprives the coalition states of the possibility of diversion.

Abbot de Polignac refers the Voivode of Volhynia to a parallel letter addressed to the Grand Crown Hetman and appeals for cooperation in the election of a new monarch. He declares his deep attachment to the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and his concern for its internal peace and international standing.

Anna Potocka informs the Voivode of Volhynia, Jan Jabłonowski, that she does not mind that her skipper took his belongings onto her boats. She adds that, wishing to do him a favor, she ordered the cargo to be transported by her own horses directly to Lwów.

Aleksander Jan Potocki asks Hetman Stanisław Jan Jabłonowski to intercede with the King to prevent his brother from being stripped of his banner. He recalls his brother's significant financial outlays and sacrifices since the Vienna expedition, appealing for the defense of his noble honor.